In Illinois, one signature is enough if that parent is authorized custodian of the child.

How distinguishable does a name need to be so it is not infringing on another trademarked name?

If the other company is well known, such as Olan Mills www.olanmills.com then you cannot legally adopt Susie Olan Mills Photography, even if Susie...

Could a trademark slogan include the name of another company?

Please do not double post. That wastes everyone's time.

Could a trademark slogan include the name of another company?

No, I don't think that works. First off, your example is not a trademark it is merely an advertising slogan. If you use it as a trademark it will...

You will need to see a California-licensed business attorney or intellectual property law attorney to review the details of this. My understanding...

I'm trying to trademark and copyright a game I am working on so that no one tries to register the titles I am using and sue me.

You are going to need an IP (intellectual property) law attorney consultation for this. Trademark rights are based on use or good-faith intention...

Can an individual ask a business for the right to an image they created for said business and agreed to give complete ownership

I think this will end up the property of the band, either by written contract or by implied exclusive license especially if you have proof of...

What do the 'U.S Class(es)' on a trademark registration mean?

The U.S. uses "international classes". "US" classes are a relic of a bygone day. Don't worry over US classes. Rely just on international classes.

Starting a video production business, contracts?

No, No, No! Don't YOU write any such contract. Hire an IP attorney. You will miss important issues if you try this on your own. There are almost...

How do I patent my idea?

Poorly, very poorly. That is how you write your own patent application. I have never seen an exception to that general rule, and I have looked at...